Health Minister Simon Harris has urged the public to check in on elderly or isolated neighbours, and make sure babies or children aren't left alone in cars.

The Department of Agriculture has an orange fire warning in place and the HSE has issued essential heatwave advice as temperatures continue to soar.

If you're working outside in the sun, you need to wear sun-cream, take breaks, and stay hydrated.

Homeless charities are warning that soaring temperatures could pose a risk for rough sleepers.

Inner City Helping Homeless are putting hydration teams in place to help ensure rough sleepers don't suffer heat stroke or dehydration during the current hot spell, they're also looking for donations of water and sunscreen.

CEO Anthony Flynn says they're worried about people stranded outside without shelter, as well as families in emergency accommodation: